David Johnson
David Johnson is a prominent sports journalist and analyst specializing in Ole Miss athletics, particularly football. He has been reporting on Ole Miss athletics for almost two decades. In this role, Johnson provides in-depth coverage of Ole Miss recruiting, game previews, player analysis, and team updates, often contributing to podcasts, live events, and articles. Johnson blends insider insights with broader SEC football commentary.He's widely respected in the Ole Miss community for his accessible style and deep connections, often engaging fans via social media and live streams.
Johnson is the father of former Ole Miss offensive lineman Eli Johnson and two daughters, Sydney and Tori Kate. Both Eli and Sydney hold degrees from Ole Miss.
Johnson is also the co-author of the book "UpHill Climb," the story of former Ole Miss defensive tackle KD Hill, who suffered a life-altering injury in an automobile accident and how he has defeated substantial odds in the aftermath.
Johnson is proud to help launch OleMiss365.com., a locally-owned and operated news agency that will cover the Rebels 24 hours per day and 365 days per year!
Women netters sweep UK at SEC
NORMAN, Okla. – The No. 38 Ole Miss women’s tennis team swept Kentucky on Wednesday afternoon to advance to the second round of the SEC Tournament. The winning moment came when Ole Miss was up 3-0, and Andrea Nova was facing…
Men’s tennis ousts Tennessee at SEC
After clinching a tight doubles point, Ole Miss would win three straight singles courts to defeat the 15th-seeded Tennessee, 4-0, on Wednesday afternoon to advance to the Second Round of the SEC Tournament. As the Rebels led 3-0, it would…
Oxford’s Ford Wade calls home
It did not take long for Oxford (Miss.) High School offensive lineman Ford Wade to call his shot after home called just a few weeks ago. The 2027 prospect committed to the Ole Miss Rebels on Wednesday afternoon. Wade measures…
Cotie McMahon wins Gillom Trophy
PHILADELPHIA, Miss. – Just two days after being selected as the 11th overall pick in the first round of the WNBA Draft to the Washington Mystics, Cotie McMahon was awarded the 2026 Gillom Trophy presented by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians…
Ole Miss gains commitment from Mississippi State legacy Womack
Johnson | McMahon got it, gets it and continues to push it for Ole Miss
Cotie McMahon continues to help build a powerhouse in Oxford. How does she do it? She is Coach Yo’, AKA Yolett McPhee-McCuin. It is a lot of things. Since Yo’ got to Oxford almost a decade ago, she has done…
Yo inks former McDonald’s All-American Jaida Civil from transfer portal and UT
Ole Miss signee Jaida Civil, a former McDonald’s All-American, with Coach Yo’ on her recent visit. And then there were none…at Tennessee. The last remaining player that could have returned to Kim Caldwell’s Lady Vols squad will be wearing the…
Contact period begins today for coaches
While prospects are flowing into the campuses all across America, the contact period for college coaches begins today. What does that mean? It means coaches can now have contact with prospects off their own campuses. It allows for in-person evaluations…
